Great things are in store for those who love God and who live their lives by the power of faith.

It is this great expectation of Heavenly rewards that fills their lives with zeal and hope.

Their steps in their labor for the Kingdom of Heaven does not falter and they remain steadfast and resolute in their service to God.

They have decided to lay up for themselves treasures in Heaven and not on the earth and have endured the ridicule and scorn of men and counted it all for joy.

Brethren, the Blessed Hope of God's Kingdom to come has the power to both purify your life and sustain it.

Hope is like a bell whose sound ever calls you to dine at the Father's banqueting table.

©06/29/2001 Jim Welch

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